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How to Change the Subject in a Conversation
As Winston Churchill once said, “A fanatic is one who can't change his mind and won't change the subject.” [1] X Research source When you’ve decided you don’t like the topic of the conversation you're having or you sense that the person you’...
How to Look Rich As a Teen
Teens with money seem to live in a different world than those from middle- to low-income families. Their hair and makeup always seem perfect, and their clothes never seem to wrinkle. Pay attention to how these kids look and act, and you'll be able to look...
How to Make Your Own Aux Cable
With an aux cable you can connect any portable mp3 or CD player to a stereo that supports aux. You can buy one in Radioshack for around 20 USD or you can make your own for around 2 USD.
How to Build Trust
Trust may be the most important factor in successful relationships.[1] X Research source Simpson, J. A. (2007). Psychological foundations of trust. Current directions in psychological science, 16(5), 264-268. A person trusts another when they fee...
How to Draw a Cartoon Face from the Word "Boy"
If your cartoon faces keep looking like simple smiley faces, this technique can help. By writing out the word "boy" and connecting the lines, you can draw a unique cartoon face in seconds once you get the hang of it! This trick is great for entertaining k...
How to Cope with Short Term Memory Problems
If you've ever arrived at the bottom of the stairs not knowing why you went down at all, you've had a short-term memory problem. Whether your short-term memory problems are due to medical problems or simple absent-mindedness, there are strategies to cope...
How to Acrylic Paint
If you're looking for the vibrancy and quality of oil paints without spending nearly as much money or time, then acrylic painting is for you. Picking up acrylic painting is a fulfilling hobby and a great way to produce artwork for your home and friends.
How to Save a PowerPoint Presentation on a Thumbdrive
Saving a PowerPoint presentation to a thumb drive/data-stick is easy. All you need to do is open it up and save it as if you were saving it to your computer. But you need to make sure that you safely remove the thumb drive as well, or else you could corru...
How to Exercise While on Your Period
While your period may discourage you from working out, exercise can actually help reduce symptoms such as pain, cramping, and fatigue. Light exercise during the first few days can boost your mood while higher intensity exercise during the last few days ma...
How to Make Tea with Tea Leaves or Tea Bags
A well-made cup of hot tea is the perfect remedy to warm your heart and soul. And the best thing? It’s super easy to prepare a tasty cup of tea any time of the day. All you need is some hot water, a tea bag or tea leaves, and a couple of minutes to spare....
How to Travel With Your Crocheting
Taking small crochet projects along with you as you travel is a great way to combat boredom. Keeping a small bag filled with all of the essentials can allow you to crochet anywhere, no matter where you are in the world.
How to Come Up with Romantic Ideas
Coming up with romantic ideas is a great way to show your partner that you care. Regardless of the occasion, or even if there’s no occasion at all, there are several ways you can think of romantic ideas to sweep your sweetie off their feet. Keep in mind t...
How to Choose the Color of Your Braces
Braces become a part of your day-to-day appearance. They will become as much of part of your “style” as your shoes or your shirt. That is why picking a color can be so difficult. Do you have trouble deciding what color braces to get when you go to the ort...
The Beginners’ Guide to Playing Racquetball
Racquetball can be a great way to exercise while building relationships with your friends or colleagues. The sport is relatively simple to learn and can be played with minimal equipment. If you learn the basic rules of the game, start implementing techniq...
How to Be Twee
Do you always seem to smile? Do you have a sweet, sensitive, childlike approach to life? Do you love all forms of quirky retro media? You may be twee. Twee-ness is as much an attitude as it is a way of life — twee people have a whimsical, nostalgic air ab...
How to Get Rid of a Fever
A fever is not an illness in itself, but is usually a sign that the body is working to fight off an illness of some kind. It is usually not a good idea to try to get rid of your fever entirely because it may interrupt the body's attack against the virus o...